Job Overview/Summary The Senior Scientist I, Formulation Development will be responsible for leading projects focused on formulation/process development of solid oral drug candidates for preclinical and human clinical studies. This role will have a major focus on the design and development of drug delivery systems and dosage forms, including use of technologies such as spray drying and Hot Melt Extrusion. This role will involve hands-on laboratory work and mentoring and training of more junior scientists. All duties will be performed in compliance with Forma's standard operating procedures (SOPs) and GMP regulations.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities - Develop drug formulations for innovative drug products under minimal supervision.
- Performs and implements formulation strategies under minimal supervision.
- Provides technical guidance internally to the formulation, analytical, and manufacturing teams on the formulation methodologies and issues.
- Leads investigations of aberrant results, determination of root causes and recommends action plans.
- Prepare scientific reports, experimental protocols, and batch records
- Routinely acts as a project leader on formulation projects.
- Represents the formulation team as a subject matter expert in client-facing situations.
- Responsible for enhancing scientific and technical expertise in formulation operations.
- Complies with Forma SOP and cGMP practices in documentation and equipment operation.
- All other tasks and duties assigned as perceived and agreed upon by management.
- This job description is subject to change at any time.
RequirementsRequired Qualifications - Ph.D. in chemistry or related scientific discipline with 2+ (PhD), 5+ years (MS), or 7+ years (BS) of relevant industry experience
- Hands-on experience working on tablets, capsules, etc. using dilution blend, dry granulation, wet granulation and other commonly used process approaches (experience in hot-melt extrusion is required).
- Demonstrated ability to establish new capabilities and innovate strategies in pursuit of scientific excellence.
- Experience with supervision, mentorship, or training of other team members.
- Ability to work in a well-lit heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office and laboratory setting with adequate ventilation. Light physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of a productive/technical nature. May require long periods of standing/sitting.
Preferred Qualifications - Understand the functionality and chemistry of excipients and drug substances
- Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned
- Manages personal and interpersonal stress, if required
- Strong mathematic and chemistry skills
- Has the discipline to stay focused and complete specific tasks
- Has excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Good troubleshooting and interpretation skills
- At least 3-year direct experience in hot-melt extrusion.
- Expresses ideas openly while respecting others' viewpoints
- Strictly follows the company policy on client confidentiality
BenefitsPosition Benefits We offer full health benefits, 401(k), FSA, Dependent Care FSA, company paid life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, an aggressive bonus structure, and market-competitive salaries to all our employees. In addition, Forma provides employees with a variety of engaging employee and community outreach events.
